# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2004 Honda Element - Worth the investment?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-element-worth-the-investment/164918)

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**Author:** [@daneb1\_167696](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daneb1_167696)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-element-worth-the-investment/164918 "2020-05-28T14:04:45Z")

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My daughter loves her 2004 Honda Element. She recently spent almost $1000 for a new radiator and 2 cooling fans. A week later her AC stopped getting cold so she chugged the car back to her mechanic and was told she needs…

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## ['86 Ford diesal club wagon xl(econoline) turns over but won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-ford-diesal-club-wagon-xl-econoline-turns-over-but-wont-start/164884)

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**Author:** [@Eggmode](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eggmode)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-ford-diesal-club-wagon-xl-econoline-turns-over-but-wont-start/164884 "2020-05-28T13:47:02Z")

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Hi, hoping for some guidance. I inherited a diesal '86 Ford club wagon (econoline spinoff) and am having trouble getting it to start. Engine turns over and Ive gotten it to start up fully momentarily but then the engine…

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## [Lower control arm won’t line up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lower-control-arm-won-t-line-up/164916)

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**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 1:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lower-control-arm-won-t-line-up/164916 "2020-05-28T13:10:33Z")

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I know you’re out there people (especially Ford Fusion owners) who have attempted to replace the lower control arms b/c the awful noise the old ones make. You got the old one out and now are trying to put the new one in…

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## [2009 Chevrolet Traverse - Flutters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-traverse-flutters/164656)

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**Author:** [@CharlesTalley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesTalley)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 11:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-traverse-flutters/164656 "2020-05-28T11:01:08Z")

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car starting but fluttering

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## [Can’t find anything about lowering a 2011 GMC Terrain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-anything-about-lowering-a-2011-gmc-terrain/164820)

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**Author:** [@tyler1777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tyler1777)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 9:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-anything-about-lowering-a-2011-gmc-terrain/164820 "2020-05-28T09:25:09Z")

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trying to lower but cant find anything

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## [2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid front end noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-front-end-noise/163927)

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**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-front-end-noise/163927 "2020-05-28T01:22:25Z")

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I have a 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid with 100k miles on it. During the summer (I live in desert) when it is above 80 degrees it creams and makes crunching noise going over bumps at slow speeds. I’ve read grease the sway ba…

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## [Fram oil filter of same part number suddenly smaller?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fram-oil-filter-of-same-part-number-suddenly-smaller/164825)

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**Author:** [@maple\_167644](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maple_167644)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fram-oil-filter-of-same-part-number-suddenly-smaller/164825 "2020-05-27T21:51:17Z")

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There is a big difference between the Fram CH10358 filters I’ve been buying for years and the ones I’ve just received from Canadian Tire, the major Canadian auto supplies store. They look to be about two thirds the size.…

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## [1999 Dodge Durango - how long?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-dodge-durango-how-long/164899)

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**Author:** [@DanielDorman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanielDorman)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-dodge-durango-how-long/164899 "2020-05-27T20:55:31Z")

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How long before I can expect serious internal problems with 329,812 miles so far

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## [2006 Mustang has a dead battery and wet floors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mustang-has-a-dead-battery-and-wet-floors/164903)

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**Author:** [@LittleOtt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LittleOtt)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mustang-has-a-dead-battery-and-wet-floors/164903 "2020-05-27T20:01:43Z")

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Got a 2006 Mustang GT. 77,000 miles. Two minor problems: 1 - If I don’t drive it for two weeks, occasionally, but not always, the battery drains. I think it’s the CD changer which loops infinitely. What starts the l…

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## [2007 Chevrolet Tahoe - Electrical issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-tahoe-electrical-issues/164893)

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**Author:** [@trans767](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trans767)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-tahoe-electrical-issues/164893 "2020-05-27T18:02:32Z")

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windows will not work from master switch and door locks will not work

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## [Can anyone tell me what this part is](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-anyone-tell-me-what-this-part-is/164913)

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**Author:** [@lance.cleghorn\_167694](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lance.cleghorn_167694)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-anyone-tell-me-what-this-part-is/164913 "2020-05-27T16:42:06Z")

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Uploading: 72CAD5DF-BB3C-457C-A66E-D9533F378B7D.jpeg… This round piece is loose on the exhaust system and rattles when the vehicle idles.

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## [2017 Dodge Journey -Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-dodge-journey-wont-start/164909)

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**Author:** [@velasquezr77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/velasquezr77)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-dodge-journey-wont-start/164909 "2020-05-27T15:25:00Z")

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When I go to start my wife’s 2017 Dodge Journey the power comes on and everything seems normal. When I hit the push to start button, all it does is click. It doesn’t want to start. I tried jumping the vehicle, thinking i…

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## [2008 Honda Civic Sdn - Kocks - Any ideas for soving it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-sdn-kocks-any-ideas-for-soving-it/164834)

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**Author:** [@ahdesmond](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ahdesmond)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-sdn-kocks-any-ideas-for-soving-it/164834 "2020-05-27T15:02:26Z")

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Knocking noises when driving the car over 35mph

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## [2011 Equinox AC Blowing Hot Air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-equinox-ac-blowing-hot-air/164924)

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**Author:** [@trap\_167699](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trap_167699)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 2:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-equinox-ac-blowing-hot-air/164924 "2020-05-27T14:36:46Z")

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Neighbor kids Dad stuck in the hospital with COVID 19 so came to me for help. His 2011 Equinox AC is blowing hot air. I had a gauge for refilling so we gave it a shot. With the car turned off, static pressure is appro…

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## [Windows won't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windows-wont-work/164813)

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**Author:** [@al947394](https://community.cartalk.com/u/al947394)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windows-wont-work/164813 "2020-05-27T13:34:19Z")

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I am looking to buy a BMW 328i 2007. The only problem (other than hail damage which is fine by me), is that the only window that works is the right front. What might be the cause of the other 3 windows not working? Are w…

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## [What’s that strong burning rubber smell while idling?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-that-strong-burning-rubber-smell-while-idling/164797)

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**Author:** [@emily\_156249](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emily_156249)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 7:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-that-strong-burning-rubber-smell-while-idling/164797 "2020-05-27T07:44:54Z")

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I was idling my 2008 Subaru Outback with the A/C on for about 3 minutes. I was running my multiple bags of laundry into the laundromat while my daughter was in the car and didn’t want her to overheat. There was a strong…

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## [2000 Toyota 4Runner - will P0446 correct itself?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-4runner-will-p0446-correct-itself/164816)

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**Author:** [@jaykay26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaykay26)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 4:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-4runner-will-p0446-correct-itself/164816 "2020-05-27T04:54:52Z")

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HAD oil change at toyota dealer which included vehicle inspection(?). no other work done. several days later noticed check engine light on. looked under hood saw nothing obviously wrong. several days later looked under …

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## [Questions About Toyota Tacoma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/questions-about-toyota-tacoma/164861)

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**Author:** [@RevvedKevv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RevvedKevv)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/questions-about-toyota-tacoma/164861 "2020-05-27T04:46:43Z")

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Quick Questions I Have a 1999 Toyota Tacoma my scanner wont work in the obii slot what could be the problem Any suggestions has check engine light my temp reads high but doesn’t over heat. Thanks

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## [What motor is this? And is it worth it to fix it up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-motor-is-this-and-is-it-worth-it-to-fix-it-up/164868)

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**Author:** [@Jasons116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jasons116)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 4:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-motor-is-this-and-is-it-worth-it-to-fix-it-up/164868 "2020-05-27T04:30:44Z")

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## [Cylinder Head Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cylinder-head-problem/164906)

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**Author:** [@DakotaMartin00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DakotaMartin00)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cylinder-head-problem/164906 "2020-05-27T02:41:22Z")

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So i had a spark plug break off flush with my head, and i am wondering should i get a new head and replace it or should i take the head off and have it sent somewhere to be fixed and if so could someone give me examples …

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## [Carlson Quiet Glide brake clips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carlson-quiet-glide-brake-clips/162191)

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**Author:** [@Excessgas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Excessgas)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carlson-quiet-glide-brake-clips/162191 "2020-05-26T22:46:38Z")

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I’ll be changing my brake pads soon, and have a question about Carlson Quiet Glide brake clips. These sound like a good idea: the surface where the ends of the brake pads sit and slide has a layer of PTFE (Teflon) whil…

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## [2016 Cadillac SRX - Cue-tastrophe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-srx-cue-tastrophe/164865)

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**Author:** [@volfan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/volfan)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-srx-cue-tastrophe/164865 "2020-05-26T21:58:01Z")

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CUE screen shattered, due to heat ?

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## [2014 Cadillac CTS - Cue Screen not so keen](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cadillac-cts-cue-screen-not-so-keen/164875)

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**Author:** [@tachambl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tachambl)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cadillac-cts-cue-screen-not-so-keen/164875 "2020-05-26T21:31:59Z")

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My wife’s 2014 Cadillac CTS has developed the spider wed CUE screen and it has been reported as a defective part. Cadillac wants $1500.00 to replace even though there have been numerous reports of problem. Don’t think it…

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## [2007 Kia Rondo - Heat shield question - Do I need it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-rondo-heat-shield-question-do-i-need-it/164888)

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**Author:** [@mikef09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikef09)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-rondo-heat-shield-question-do-i-need-it/164888 "2020-05-26T21:20:44Z")

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I have a 2007 kia rondo and one of the exhaust heat shield fell off, do i need to replace it. My mechanic says dont replace it.

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## [2010 MINI Cooper - Injector trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mini-cooper-injector-trouble/164877)

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**Author:** [@tom54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom54)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mini-cooper-injector-trouble/164877 "2020-05-26T19:38:30Z")

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fuel injectors not working, power of 6-7 volts on all the time to injectors

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## [No reverse! Subaru Outback '00 Automatic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-reverse-subaru-outback-00-automatic/71925)

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**Author:** [@RobMel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobMel)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-reverse-subaru-outback-00-automatic/71925 "2020-05-26T18:55:25Z")

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Subie was driving fine...drove it on highway and went to park and NO reverse. At first, I couldn't shift into park either, but then I was able to shift in park. I can move the gear to reverse, but nothing happens (engine…

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## [2016 Honda CR-Z - Odd steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-cr-z-odd-steering/164787)

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**Author:** [@Annette53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Annette53)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-cr-z-odd-steering/164787 "2020-05-26T18:43:52Z")

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My Honda has an issue where I am constantly correcting the steering. Especially if I’m driving on the freeway, I have to constantly keep adjusting the steering wheel to keep the car headed straight. It’s become more ob…

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## [I accidently put Windshield Wiper fluid in the Coolant Reservoir](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-accidently-put-windshield-wiper-fluid-in-the-coolant-reservoir/42008)

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**Author:** [@cmbyrne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cmbyrne)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-accidently-put-windshield-wiper-fluid-in-the-coolant-reservoir/42008 "2020-05-26T16:26:58Z")

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I accidentally put windshield wiper fluid in my Coolant Reservoir. It was dark and they are right next each other. Of course, I had already driven before I realized the mistake. So I can not just simply pump it out. Wil…

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## [2018 Chevrolet Camaro - Funny muffler sounds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-camaro-funny-muffler-sounds/164842)

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**Author:** [@pldrn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pldrn)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-camaro-funny-muffler-sounds/164842 "2020-05-26T16:22:12Z")

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car has less than 13 k miles. car sounds funny like has muffler issues. sounds deeper exhaust. like muffled in a way yet more deeper sounding. Not as much power.

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## [2013 Honda Accord Cpe - Question on transmission belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-cpe-question-on-transmission-belt/164846)

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**Author:** [@carhonda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carhonda)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 4:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-cpe-question-on-transmission-belt/164846 "2020-05-26T16:17:15Z")

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I have a 2013 Honda Accord with a C.V.T. Transmission. Does the transmission belt need to replaced around 80,000 miles.also should the transmission be rebuilt or replaced with a new one. And do certain brands of ti…

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